Rangas
Rangas is a village located in Nadaun tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from district headquarter Nadaun. Nadaun is the sub-district headquarter of Rangas village. As per 2009 stats, Rangas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rangas unique in its vibrant Nadaun-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Rangas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rangas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rangas is 016769. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177048. Hamirpur is nearest town to Rangas village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Rangas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nadaun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rangas
Population of Rangas
According to the 2011 Census, Rangas has a total population of about 279, with approximately 146 males and 133 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 67 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.85%, with male literacy at about 80.14% and female literacy near 77.44%. There are around 58 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rangas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 146 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 23 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 220 | 117 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 29 | 30 |
Connectivity of Rangas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rangas. As per the 2011 stats, Rangas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rangas
Knowing the nearby villages of Rangas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rangas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rangas
- Where is Rangas located?
- Rangas village is situated in Nadaun Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rangas?
- Rangas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rangas?
- The pincode of Rangas is 177048, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rangas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rangas is 279, with 146 males and 133 females.
- How many households are there in Rangas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rangas village has a total of 58 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rangas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rangas is 78.85%. The male literacy rate is 80.14%, while the female literacy rate is 77.44%.